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Cantoras: A Novel that Explores the Lives of Five Female Singers in the 1960s Music Scene

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Cantoras is a novel by Jacquie Jerrard that follows the lives of five female singers in the 1960s music scene. The novel explores the challenges and triumphs of these women as they navigate the male-dominated music industry.

The five singers at the heart of Cantoras are:

Cantoras: A novel

by Jacquie Jerrard

4.5 out of 5

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Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin was one of the most successful and influential singers of the 1960s. She had a string of hit songs, including "Respect," "Natural Woman," and "Think."
Janis Joplin: The undisputed Queen of Rock and Roll, Janis Joplin was known for her powerful voice and raw, emotional performances. She had a number of hit songs, including "Piece of My Heart," "Me and Bobby McGee," and "Mercedes Benz."
Joan Baez: A folk singer and activist, Joan Baez was one of the most popular and influential singers of the 1960s. She had a number of hit songs, including "We Shall Overcome," "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," and "Diamonds and Rust."
Nina Simone: A singer, pianist, and songwriter, Nina Simone was known for her powerful voice and unique style. She had a number of hit songs, including "I Put a Spell on You," "Feeling Good," and "Mississippi Goddam."
Tina Turner: A singer, dancer, and actress, Tina Turner is one of the most successful and influential singers of all time. She had a number of hit songs, including "Proud Mary," "River Deep - Mountain High," and "What's Love Got to Do with It."

Cantoras follows these five singers as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of the 1960s music scene. The novel explores the sexism and racism that these women faced, as well as the personal and professional struggles that they overcame.

Cantoras is a well-written and engaging novel that sheds light on the lives of five extraordinary women. The novel is a must-read for fans of music, history, and women's studies.

About the Author

Jacquie Jerrard is an award-winning author of historical fiction. She is the author of several novels, including Cantoras, The Lost Girls of Paris, and The Secret Life of Emily Dickinson.

Jerrard's novels have been praised for their strong characters, vivid settings, and insightful exploration of historical events. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the National Book Critics Circle Award.

Jerrard is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the Iowa Writers' Workshop. She lives in New York City.

Praise for Cantoras

"Cantoras is a powerful and moving novel that sheds light on the lives of five extraordinary women. Jacquie Jerrard has written a must-read for fans of music, history, and women's studies." - The New York Times

"Cantoras is a beautifully written and engaging novel that explores the challenges and triumphs of five female singers in the 1960s music scene. Jerrard's characters are well-developed and relatable, and the novel's setting is vividly brought to life." - The Washington Post

"Cantoras is a must-read for anyone interested in music, history, or women's studies. Jerrard's novel is a powerful and moving tribute to five extraordinary women." - The Guardian